Events Manager | NSW Farmers
Full-time, 2-year contract | Hybrid working (WFH & WFO)
St Leonards, NSW - with flexibility for NSW-based remote candidates
$120k + Super | Professional development opportunities | NFP
About the Organisation
NSW Farmers is Australia's largest state farming organisation, representing farmers and rural communities across New South Wales. For more than 125 years, it has been a trusted voice for the sector, shaping policy and advocating for a strong and sustainable agricultural industry. The organisation works closely with members, government and industry to influence outcomes and support the long-term success of regional communities.
About The Opportunity
This is a newly created role responsible for owning and evolving NSW Farmers' events, a core part of the membership value proposition. You will build on an established foundation to refine strategy, enhance delivery, and ensure members have access to relevant, high-quality events both in person and online.
The events calendar spans webinars, local member events, major field days, and the Annual Conference, requiring both strategic oversight and hands‐on delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver a multi‐year events strategy and annual calendar
* Own end‐to‐end delivery across in‐person, hybrid and online events
* Lead the planning and execution of the Annual Conference (400+ delegates)
* Strengthen NSW Farmers' presence at major field days and regional events
* Design engaging event concepts aligned to member needs and advocacy priorities
* Partner with regional teams, policy, and commercial stakeholders
* Manage budgets, suppliers, logistics, and communications
* Establish clear processes, tools and frameworks to support consistent delivery
* Measure performance, including NPS, and drive continuous improvement
About You
* Proven experience managing large‐scale conferences and complex events
* Strong strategic thinking, with the ability to plan and evolve multi‐channel events
* Highly organised, able to manage concurrent projects across different locations
* Confident working with diverse stakeholders, including non‐event specialists
* Experience delivering webinars and hybrid events
* Strong commercial awareness, including budgeting and supplier management
* Comfortable using data and feedback to improve event outcomes
* Proactive and ideas‐driven, comfortable pitching and shaping new initiatives
* Experience within membership, not‐for‐profit or advocacy environments is an advantage
* Understanding of regional, agricultural or community‐based audiences is highly regarded
Why Join?
* Play a visible role in shaping public conversations and influencing advocacy outcomes for farmers and rural communities
* Work closely with senior leadership in a collaborative and purpose‐driven organisation
* Join a respected organisation with a strong reputation, offering variety, flexibility and impact
* Competitive salary package including salary packaging and additional gifted leave
* Opportunities for professional growth and development
If you are looking for an events role that combines strategy, impact and variety, apply now!
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